The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) has taken a significant step toward improving treatment access and affordability for Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) patients by issuing its first comprehensive report on gene and cell therapy treatments. This report, generated in
A groundbreaking discovery in cancer research has unveiled a "genetic signature" involving 177 genes that are shared across multiple cancer types, fundamentally challenging prior assumptions about the mechanisms driving cancer metastasis. These findings open new avenues for innovative
Acute respiratory infections are a significant cause of both morbidity and mortality in young children globally, with an especially pronounced impact in low- and middle-income countries on children under five years old. Among the array of pathogens responsible for these illnesses, human
Asthma is the most prevalent chronic respiratory disease in children, disproportionately affecting racially and ethnically minoritized populations in the United States. Puerto Rican and non-Hispanic Black youths, in particular, experience higher rates of emergency department visits due to asthma
As humanity embarks on a new year, research and advancements in various scientific fields continue to drive innovation and expand our understanding of the natural world. In early 2024, significant progress in biology, space exploration, environmental science, and more has showcased the relentless
Gene therapy has emerged as a promising frontier for treating a range of genetic disorders, but effectively delivering therapeutic genes to the kidneys remains a significant challenge. Researchers at the Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine have been delving into the complex
